Shelly-Ann Fraser-Pryce Receives Her Flowers for Shaping Legacy of Female Sprinting

Shelly-Ann Fraser-Pryce has been hailed for her rich legacy in female sprinting.

Shelly-Ann Fraser-Pryce Receives Her Flowers for Shaping Legacy of Female Sprinting

Joel Omotto 15:51 - 25.06.2025

Jamaican legend Shelly-Ann Fraser-Pryce has been hailed for her role in shaping the legacy of female sprinting across the globe.

Jamaican sprint legend Shelly-Ann Fraser-Pryce has been termed "the most accomplished female sprinter in the history of the sport."

Nike Vice President Brett Holts paid glowing tribute to the 38-year-old at a special ceremony aimed to honour the five-time 100m world champion, affectionately known as Jamaica's "Pocket Rocket."

“One of the oldest philosophies in track and field is that speed is inherently built upon the foundation of strength,” Holts said on Monday as per the Jamaican Observer.

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“If you have had the fortunate opportunity to spend any amount of time with Shelly-Ann Fraser-Pryce, then you’ll understand that that remarkable speed is based on her strong foundation of strength,” he added.

Nike's partnership with Fraser-Pryce began in 2008, the same year she burst onto the global scene by winning the 100m at the Beijing Olympics. This victory made her the first Caribbean woman to win gold in the event.

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Shelly-Ann Fraser-Pryce
Shelly-Ann Fraser-Pryce.

Since then, she has amassed seven more Olympic medals and a remarkable 16 World Championship medals while remaining the only sprinter to win five world titles in the 100m.

Fraser-Pryce expressed gratitude for Nike's recognition, saying, “Thank you for the ways you have celebrated me and our athletes, and how you will continue to celebrate them.”

The 38-year-old reflected on her career, affirming that this year marks both a celebration and its conclusion.

“As I look forward to this year, it is a celebration but it’s also a winning moment. It’s the culmination of years of hard work, dedication and putting God first,” said the mother of one.

Fraser-Pryce confirmed that this week's Jamaican National Championships will be her last, signaling the end of one of the most decorated and inspiring careers in track and field history.